Aurora Spine received the Health Canada Medical Device License for its ZIP Interspinous Fusion System.
The fixation implant intended for spinal fusion, consists of a ONE-STEP locking mechanism, articulating spikes and various sizes to accommodate variations in patient anatomy. Aurora Spine received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the system in November 2013.
"As a company traded on the TSX Venture Exchange, this is a significant milestone for Aurora Spine and its global growth. We are pleased to offer the ZIP MIS Interspinous Fusion System in Canada and introduce Aurora Spine's advanced, innovative, minimally invasive spine surgery technologies which are designed to improve spine patient outcomes, drive continued surgeon interests and provide unique benefits that deliver value to hospitals and patients," said Trent J. Northcutt, president and CEO of Aurora Spine.
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